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Walden
12-03-2003, 01:32 PM
Vin number: WBSCD0324WEE13948 ; clean carfax

here are pics:
http://www.autotrader.com/findacar/vdetail.jtmpl?car_id=140696771&dealer_id=&car_year=1998&make=BMW&distance=50&max_price=11111111&model=M3&advcd_on=n&end_year=1998&min_price=1&certified=n&address=10019&search_type=used&advanced=n&start_year=1998&color=&cardist=12

It is very important to realize that my car is completely up to spec. in every way shape and form.
no accidents, very clean paint, 9.5 out of 10 interior, the best color combo silver on black and EVERY possible option from BMW. (luxury package, performance package, cold weather package).
i don't think you'll be able to find a M3 in this shape with all the things and 'fixes' i did at this price. not even a CPA car from a BMW dealership

1. new M3 brakes rotors and pads ($350 includin labor)

2. new suspension: front and rear adjustable koni struts/H&R sport springs/rear shock mounts. ($1350 including proper installation, alignment)
the M3 shocks are completely shot at 50K miles. when i pulled them out, i could push the shocks in myself.
the stock M3 springs are like driving a boat. the car sits high, doesn't look right and bounces around.
stock rear shock mounts will rip and break after short while, i can also almost guarantee that unless the guy or dealer replaces them, they are bad and you won't even know it. the stock M3 shock mounts are no good. i got GC aftermarket ones which are much much stronger.

3. Door lock actuators replaces in front and passenger side ($350 including labor)
this is known to go bad PERIOD.

4. water pump ($175 including labor); another known issue i had replaced.

5. Ignition Lock mechanism. ($700 including labor); another weak spot in BMWs in general. i just had to replaced about 1 month ago.

6. Brand new battery. ($100); at 50K miles, a new battery is a MUST.

7. 18" rims/tires; ($2000); as you know, i have the SSR semi forged wheels. only 18 lbs. each and brand new Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3
have a look at these tires on tirerack: http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Goodyear&tireModel=Eagle+F1+GS-D3&partnum=245YR7F1GSD3&partnum=44YR7F1GSD3&vehicleSearch=true&index=0
with less than 1500 miles on these tires. i can almost guarantee the tires on any other M3 50K miles or more will need new tires.

i dont think you can find a M3/4 a with this mileage and these improvements/fixes done to it at this price anywhere.
so, if you found an M3 car at even $18K (in worse or same condition) and did all the fixes/upgrades i did, you be at $22,500 already.

so, i want to offer this at a good price of $20,900. i need to move this vehicle.

you can call me. 917-952-5033

thanks,
Walden

rwindleyme02
12-03-2003, 02:29 PM
autotrader link doesn't work

Cosmos
12-03-2003, 03:20 PM
Would you be willing to part off the wheels since you may trade it in? :D

Walden
12-03-2003, 04:23 PM
autotrader link fixed...

and sorry, i can not just sell rims. part of package.

thanks!

MugenRD1
12-03-2003, 05:37 PM
lovely car !

I was wondering where in NYC are you from?

Thanks

Walden
12-03-2003, 06:43 PM
originally NJ,
i have a place in Manhattan and NJ.

:)

Preppy
12-03-2003, 08:24 PM
gawd, i wish it wasn't an automatic...that's a nice price!

Tom///m3
12-04-2003, 09:05 PM
Originally posted by Preppy
gawd, i wish it wasn't an automatic...that's a nice price!

Ditto on the automatic, or I would consider flying out and buyin that thing.

Tom

Walden
12-05-2003, 03:46 AM
converting to 5 spd manual is pretty easy and more desirable cause of the rear end ratio of 3.38 :)

Walden
12-05-2003, 03:49 AM
Gentlemen, i am about to trade it in...
if you want a GREAT deal on a fantastic M3/4a; this is your chance.

please call me if you are serious.

cell: 917-952-5033

thanks guys! :)

rollie
12-05-2003, 09:10 PM
Walden:
PM'd you, ...called you....
Dave
(Rollie)

Walden
12-06-2003, 01:38 AM
rollie, responded :)

KaOTiKM3
12-06-2003, 05:37 AM
damn this is tempting and I'm local too...I could use a daily driver...hehehe

Walden
12-06-2003, 09:12 AM
oh!
i also forgot to add that i got ZKW Ellips. as well.
i got DDE's too but i never installed them...

:)

lem0n
12-06-2003, 11:58 AM
Bump for a great car. I was going to buy it but ended up with 328i instead because of financial issues, BUT.. had a had $21k handy, I'd be there tomorrow. This is truly a great car and someone who's looking for a M4A - you better jump on this.
Good luck, Walden!

Walden
12-07-2003, 04:35 AM
lem0n,
thanks a lot!
best of luck with your 328.
i am sure you are providing a GREAT home for her! ;)

Spork
12-07-2003, 04:13 PM
I'd be interested if you'd take cash+trade.

Walden
12-07-2003, 06:36 PM
thanks for the offer, however, i am not interested in a 328 at this time.

good luck! :)

Walden
12-08-2003, 02:42 PM
During thanksgiving, i just had this M3 go through a certified BMW dealership pre-owned car inspection. this cost $196 and it took about 1.5 hours for a Certified BMW mechanic to check over the entire inside and out of the car.
It passed with flying colors! :)

thanks!

Dan
12-09-2003, 07:55 PM
How much w/o the rims... sorry but not a big fan of them.

Walden
12-09-2003, 09:19 PM
Sorry, the car is sold as is.
If you are really interested, i am sure you can sell the rims and get other rims if you want.
i am very certain a lot of the other BMW owners would love to own these rims. i got a few requests already.

thanks for the interest :)

jterp
12-11-2003, 01:56 PM
Just curious what is the dealer offering you? The guy i bought my car from recently (99M3 5speed 53k miles) tried to trade it in to a dealer and they were only going to give him $17.5 for it.

(And it also passed that $196 BMW inspection)

Walden
12-11-2003, 03:44 PM
i am getting a little more than that because i am purchasing a car with this trade-in.

:)

Walden
12-11-2003, 04:04 PM
guys,
just to be clear, i am NOT looking to make a ton of $$ above my trade in.

i just thought that since i am about to trade it in; i could provide a mututally beneficial situation where i can get slightly more than my trade in and the potential buyer can get a great deal on an M3/4a.

thanks all!

Blazin95Red325i
12-11-2003, 04:05 PM
That is one good looking car, always loved the m3/4

Good luck

Walden
12-11-2003, 06:50 PM
thanks very much!
:)

rollie
12-22-2003, 10:47 AM
Car is SOLD to moi!!

Great dealing with you Walden - awesome!!! Just too bad we didn't have more time to spend and hang out for a little in NY City - what a cool Saturday. Thanks again for lunch.

Dave:clap:

Walden
12-22-2003, 12:00 PM
dave,
a complete pleasure to transfer this M3 to you instead of a some dealer! :)

please let me know when you and your wife will be down in NYC.

take care!